Doing Your Part

If you’ve been injured as a federal worker, there are some key components to getting the compensation that you need:

• A clear medical report

Your doctor’s medical report is the lynch pin in your entire claim. Accurate and clear medical reports can mean the difference between acceptance of your claim and a denial letter.

• A willingness to return to work in another capacity if necessary

If your injury precludes you from returning to work in the capacity that you were previously employed, you must be willing to take a suitable job replacement. An unwillingness to accept such work could lead to a claim denial.

• Participation in vocational rehab

If your employer offers vocational rehab to help you return to work, you will want to participate to the best of your ability. Failure to do so could demonstrate a lack of desire to work and lead to a denial.

• Consist medical records

Utilizing a doctor that is familiar with the DOL claims process is a good idea because they will help you keep and maintain consistent medical records in case there is a question about your case.

• Ongoing cooperation

If your injury require multiple followups with the doctor or additional physical therapy or rehab, your claim will likely be denied if you forego these necessary additional treatments.

While you can’t control the outcome of your claim, you can do your part to ensure that you have done all that you can do (and maybe more) to help get your claim approved.